JONGKIND, Adam
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener, on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at the age of 71. Beloved husband and soulmate to Judy. Loving father of Amy (Chad) Bertrand, and Michael (Michelle) Jongkind; and step-father of Allison (Craig) MacLellan and Wendy MacLellan. Cherished Opa of Owen Claridge, and Tanner and Karys Bertrand. Dear brother of Nenke Jongkind (Robert Thoen), Ernie (Adriana) Jongkind, Scott Jongkind, and Judy (Alan) Bennink; and brother-in-law of Marion (Bruce) Parks, Ron (Kim) Morrison, and Murray (Heather) Morrison. Dearly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his loving parents, Dirk and Rie Jongkind, and brother Jake. Adam loved life and lived it to the fullest. His passions included singing and all things music, golfing and sharing a good joke. He was an amazing person with an infectious laugh who will be missed by all. Visitation will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 114 Fergus Street South, Mount Forest, on Friday, July 28th from 11:00am – 12:45pm, where the memorial service will follow at 1:00pm. Interment at Cochrane Cemetery. Following, all are invited to First Baptist Church for refreshments and fellowship. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Adam are asked to consider the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation or Cancer Patient Services. Arrangements entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
